Nova 2018

2018 Northwestern Ontario Visionary Awards

NO-VA [noh-vuh]: a young professional recognized for their captivating brilliance as a result of their leadership, community engagement, professional achievement, volunteerism, and mentorship in our community.

The 4th Bi-Annual Northwestern Ontario Visionary Awards (NOVA) Gala celebrates the top 20 under 40. Over the past eight years, the awards have recognized over 200 nominees with 60 award winning young professionals from across Northwestern Ontario spanning from Kenora all the way to Geraldton.

As a bi-annual event, 2018 will be the fourth NOVA gala celebrating professionals across our region on their achieved success. This gala aims to inspire other young professionals to reach their potential through leadership, community engagement, activism, volunteerism and mentorship.

This year, SHIFT introduces multiple award categories:

Community Champion (5 awards) Awarded to the most dedicated volunteers, activists, and altruists, these young professionals donate their time and resources to charitable causes and non-profit initiatives. They lead, guide, and inspire others and are the driving force behind positive change through activism.

Leadership (5 awards) Awarded to well-rounded young professionals who most strongly exemplify characteristics of great leaders, are engaged in their communities, and who mentor others.

Business and/or Professional Achievement (5 awards) Awarded to the most significant movers and shakers in their fields, these young professionals excel in business and/or their careers. Their work is impactful – creating jobs, improving quality of life, driving innovation, and propelling advancement.

Civic Pride (1 Award)Awarded to the young professional who shows the most 'heart' for their community through their efforts in community improvement and instilling civic pride in others.

Rising Star (1 Award) Awarded to a dynamic up-and-comer under the age of 30. Someone who demonstrates huge potential; this is one to watch!

SHIFT Disturber (1 Award) Awarded to a game changer; disrupter; someone who is unafraid to challenge the norm. This young professional is making waves by doing things differently.

People’s Choice (1 Award) Awarded to a young professional chosen by the public and their peers via online voting.

Supernova (1 Award) Awarded to a young professional who has achieved international recognition for their work. The winner is hand selected by the NOVA Committee.

Thank you to the 2018 NOVA Sponsors:

Hypernova

Silvernova

Nominee Reception Sponsor

Guest Stars

Media Sponsor

Entertainment Sponsors

Mobilize

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